Job Summary
The Senior Risk & Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the organization's risk management and compliance framework. The role ensures that the company operates in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies while proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational and regulatory risks.
The position will focus primarily on regulatory compliance with the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) requirements while supporting broader enterprise risk management and governance initiatives across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the organization.
- Maintain and update the organizational risk register, ensuring risks are properly documented, assessed, and monitored.
- Conduct risk assessments for business operations, new initiatives, and projects.
- Assist departments in identifying and implementing risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.
- Monitor risk indicators and prepare periodic risk reports for management.
- Support the development of business continuity and risk response plans where required.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements issued by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) and other applicable regulatory bodies.
- Monitor regulatory updates and assess their impact on company operations.
- Assist in preparing regulatory reports and documentation required by regulators.
- Support internal teams in aligning business activities with regulatory obligations.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure compliance with telecom regulations and policies.
Governance & Policy Management
- Assist in the development, review, and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
- Ensure company policies are aligned with regulatory and governance requirements.
- Support management in strengthening corporate governance practices.
- Maintain documentation related to risk, compliance, and governance activities.
Internal Control & Audit Support
- Support the implementation and monitoring of internal control frameworks.
- Assist in addressing and tracking audit findings and compliance gaps.
- Work with different departments to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Conduct periodic compliance reviews and internal assessments.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, Law, or a related field.
Experience
- 25 years of experience in risk management, compliance, governance, or internal control.
- Experience in the telecommunications sector is preferred.
